Larry James Tigner

Larry James Tigner passed away at home Thursday, October 23, 2025 after a brief battle with cancer. He was 77 years old. 

Larry is survived by his children, Harley (Judith) Tigner of Austin Texas, Tracey (John) Kerwin of Calumet Township Indiana, and Jamie (Ward) O'Connor of Pam Bay Florida. Grandchildren Angelina Tigner, Greggory (Nola) Tigner, Megan (Ryan) Garner-Moor, Charlene (Crystal) Edwards-Flores, Cortney Kerwin, Charles "C.J." (Kaitlyn) Edwards, Brandon (Amanda) Kerwin and great grandchildren, Fisher, Braelynn, Kyler, Alex, Romeo, Max, Beverlee, and Ezra. Brother, Rodney (Sandra) Tigner. Many loved nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his parents Forest and Mamie Tigner, brothers Thomas, Donnie, and Dennis Tigner, sister-in-law Dolores Tigner and granddaughter Maci Moor.

Larry was born November 29, 1947 in Kent, Louisiana. The family moved to Indiana in his early childhood where he attended the Lake Ridge School System. Larry moved around quite a bit in his early years due to his employment but eventually settled in Alabama after his father passed to help his mother out because she wasn't in the best health. He took care of her with the help of a dear friend Nancy, until her passing. He worked for Flexco Marley as a color coordinator Supervisor until his retirement in 2010 and after retirement, he moved back to Indiana to live with his daughter Tracey, and her family where he stayed until his passing.

Larry's favorite past times after retirement included watching tv, buying all his favorite snacks in bulk (in case they stopped making them lol) building things he thought could be useful for someone, fixing things that tic, and giving things to the grandbabies who were his favorites. 

Larry was loved dearly and will be missed by his entire family.

At Larry's request, there will be no service to mourn his passing, but a celebration of life to be determined at a later date.

For additional information, please contact Hillside Funeral Home & Cremation Center Konnie Kuiper - Michael Kuiper-Vass by calling us at 219-838-0800 or visiting us at www.hillsidefhcares.com

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